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A system for reducing congestion on a roadway is provided. Selected lengths of selected normal lanes of a roadway are divided into two commuter lanes, distinctive lane markings identify the commuter lanes, and selected lengths of selected lanes are dynamically designated as either normal lanes or pa

A system for reducing congestion on a roadway is provided. Selected lengths of selected normal lanes of a roadway are divided into two commuter lanes, distinctive lane markings identify the commuter lanes, and selected lengths of selected lanes are dynamically designated as either normal lanes or pairs of commuter lanes. In order to dynamically change lane configurations, a set of indicators can be provided as lane markers together with a control system to alter particular lane configurations between normal lanes and commuting lanes both cyclically according to a preprogrammed schedule and dynamically in response to sensed vehicle traffic volume, unusual events such as accidents, weather, and so on.A commuter vehicle is required for use on commuter lanes. A typical commuter vehicle weighs less than 650 lbs., has at least three wheels, an enclosed seating compartment, and a low center of gravity with at least one occupant. Occupants sit in a near-kneeling or recumbent position to provide a low center of gravity. Occupants can be positioned in-line, one behind the other.

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What is claimed is: 1. A commuter vehicle, comprising an enclosed seating compartment and three road running wheels, wherein the total vehicle weight is less than 650 pounds, the center of gravity with at least one occupant is less than 12 inches above the ground, and the top speed is at least 70 mp

What is claimed is: 1. A commuter vehicle, comprising an enclosed seating compartment and three road running wheels, wherein the total vehicle weight is less than 650 pounds, the center of gravity with at least one occupant is less than 12 inches above the ground, and the top speed is at least 70 mph, and wherein the occupants are in a near-kneeling or recumbent position.